The Southern Cross of Honor is also used as a
symbol on the graves of Confederate Veterans who served honorably. It can take
two different forms which can sometimes both be seen on the same soldier's
grave.

One form is an outline of the Southern Cross engraved on the actual gravestone
of the veteran. This symbol is still available to be placed as an optional
symbol of belief on a U.S. Veterans Administration issued gravestone. This
symbol will only be issued by the V.A. to be placed on the grave of a
Confederate Veteran. The symbol is also available to be placed on existing
gravestones by some private monument companies and stone carvers.

The second form of the Southern Cross of Honor seen on Confederate graves is a
two-sided, cast iron replica of the medal. This cross stands atop a metal rod
placed into the ground at the veteran's grave. It is sometimes referred to as
the "Iron Cross of Honor" or "SCV Iron Cross." The cross is typically placed on
Confederate graves by local chapters of the Sons of Confederate Veterans or by
family members or interested parties related to the Confederate Veteran. The
iron cross version of the SCH is available for purchase through several SCV
chapters as well as several private foundries throughout the United States. The
grave of any Confederate Veteran who served honorably is eligible for placement
of this symbol.

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